R-L: Arch. Kenneth Ssemwogerere (Head of Department, Architecture), Dr. Kizito Maria Kasule (Deputy Principal, CEDAT), and Mr. Kayongo Daniel (Plascon Uganda National Sales Manager) during the official handover of a donation at the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT), Makerere University, on Tuesday, 25th June 2025.
The Department of Architecture at Makerere University’s College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT) is set to begin a significant refurbishment of its design studios starting 1st July 2025. This initiative marks a pivotal step in enhancing the learning environment for architecture students and fostering innovation in design education.
The refurbishment project has received a significant boost from Kansai Placon Uganda Limited, which donated UGX 15 million worth of paint to support the transformation. This contribution highlights the growing partnership between academia and industry in shaping the future of architectural education in Uganda.
Speaking on the development, Arch. Kenneth Ssemwogerere, Head of the Department of Architecture, expressed gratitude for the support and called upon alumni, practicing architects, and stakeholders in the construction sector to join the cause. “This is more than a renovation, it’s an investment in the next generation of architects,” he noted.
The department aims to create a more dynamic, functional, and inspiring studio space that reflects the evolving needs of architectural training. The initiative is expected to strengthen the department’s reputation as a hub for creativity and professional excellence.
The National Sales Manager Plascon Kansai Paint, Mr. Kayongo Daniel, handed over the paint to the CEDAT management on Tuesday, 24th June 2025, at an event witnessed by the Deputy Principal of CEDAT, Prof. Kizito Maria Kasule, the Head of the Department of Regional and Urban Planning, Dr. Amin Tamale Kiggundu, academic staff, and a section of students.
